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Amerge, also known by its drug name Naratriptan, is a prescription medication approved by the FDA to treat acute migraine headaches with or without aura in adults. Here are some key details:

- Type: Triptan
- Mechanism: Believed to work by constricting blood vessels and reducing inflammation
- Dosage: Generally taken once Show Full Answer

Amerge, also known by its drug name Naratriptan, is a prescription medication approved by the FDA to treat acute migraine headaches with or without aura in adults. Here are some key details:

- Type: Triptan
- Mechanism: Believed to work by constricting blood vessels and reducing inflammation.
- Dosage: Generally taken once or twice a day in tablet form.
- Common Side Effects:
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- “Pins and needles” tingling sensation
- Nausea
- Throat and neck discomfort
- Serious Side Effects (rare):
- Stroke
- Cerebral hemorrhage (bleeding)
- Serotonin syndrome
- Medication overuse headache
- Sensation of tightness, heaviness, or pressure in the chest, throat, jaw, neck, or other body parts
- Ischemia (insufficient blood supply) to the heart, spleen, or gastrointestinal system

For more details, you can visit the [Amerge page on MyMigraineTeam](https://www.MyMigraineTeam.com/treatments/amerge).

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